August 18, 2020
Highs and lows of Day 2 at the Democratic National Convention
In one respect, the virtual Democratic convention proved last night to be a massive improvement on the real thing: the roll call of the states leading to the nomination of...
When Knicks will be practicing again
The Knicks and new coach Tom Thibodeau will be back on the court for three weeks of voluntary workouts, starting in mid-September and lasting until Oct. 6. The NBA and...
Man accused of chucking rocks at four NYC consulates
A 34-year-old man was busted for allegedly chucking rocks at four separate consulates in Manhattan this summer, sources said. Reza Mashayekhi is accused of attacking the Venezuelan, Ukrainian, Russian and...
Harlem Globetrotter recalls offensive on-air banana-throwing incident
A Black member of the Harlem Globetrotters said two white news anchors threw fruits, including a banana, at him while he was performing basketball tricks on an Alabama news show...
Islanders blow chance at sweep
The Islanders couldn’t finish off the series sweep for the second time this postseason. Alex Ovechkin scored two goals as the Capitals took a 3-2 win over the Islanders on...
Mets' bats bust out again
Their rotation is in tatters, and the Mets hardly know who’s starting for them on a day-to-day basis, but for two straight nights, their offense and bullpen have done enough...
Giants undergo major scare, more penalty laps
Highlights from the Giants practice on Tuesday. Hit time You want some good old-time physical football? How about a live tackling goal-line drill? Joe Judge said he’s used this drill...
Yankees fall to rival Rays in first home loss of season
The pounding Masahiro Tanaka absorbed was fading into the comfortable air above Yankee Stadium on Tuesday evening and providing hope that a lineup without Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and DJ...
It's official: Joe Biden is the 2020 Democratic presidential nominee
A stunned-looking Joe Biden was officially dubbed the Democratic presidential nominee in an anticlimactic end to the party's primary race roll call on Tuesday evening. Standing in what appeared to...
New York Times security guard who went viral endorses Biden at DNC
A New York Times security guard who shot to viral fame last year over her enthusiastic run-in with Joe Biden formally endorsed him at the 2020 Democratic National Convention on...
Schumer at DNC: 'America, Donald Trump has quit on you'
As he does on a regular basis, Senate Minority leader Chuck Schumer slammed President Trump for his handling of the coronavirus, civil unrest and immigration during his brief speech at...
Carl Banks thinks this Giant has chance to be special
The call came to Carl Banks on Tuesday afternoon. I wanted to get the take of one of the greatest linebackers in Giants’ history on Lorenzo Carter, who’s entering his...
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter, Caroline Kennedy endorse Joe Biden at DNC
The Democratic Party reached back to its past -- including former President Jimmy Carter and JFK's daughter Caroline Kennedy -- at the party's national convention Tuesday night to endorse presumptive...
Seven men shot, one fatally, in three-hour span across NYC
Seven people were shot -- one fatally -- in a three-hour rash of violence across the city Tuesday night, police said. A 20-year-old woman was also stabbed to death in...
Aaron Boone rips 'silly' criticism over star's grand slam
Aaron Boone’s grandfather, father and brother joined him as big-league players, so he is certainly steeped in what is right and wrong among players. Asked about San Diego’s Fernando Tatis...
AOC nominates Bernie Sanders, snubs Joe Biden in DNC address
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez only got a minute to speak at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday night but she made it count as a warning that Joe Biden should not ignore...
Bill Clinton calls Trump a 'bully' in his DNC speech
Former President Bill Clinton delivered a rebuke of President Trump's leadership in his Democratic National Convention speech, accusing him of failing the country during the coronavirus pandemic.
Sally Yates accuses Trump of 'fawning' over Putin in DNC speech
Former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates accused President Trump of "fawning" over Russian leader Vladimir Putin and trampling on democracy at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday evening. "He treats...
DNC night 2 kicks off with keynote address from 17 'rising stars'
Night two of the 2020 Democratic National Convention kicked off on Tuesday night with a keynote speaker — well, 17 of them. Instead of designating one rising star to deliver...
How Giants reacted to first round of Joe Judge doubt
There are those outside the Giants’ sphere of influence hot and bothered about new head coach Joe Judge demanding his players and assistant coaches run a penalty lap during Monday’s...
Where revered veteran thinks the Jets are heading
He is as revered in the Jets’ locker room as much as a player can be anywhere, an undrafted free agent out of Troy who was cut five times before...
Yankees' biggest weapon may be back soon
Saturday is the first day Aaron Judge is eligible to leave the injured list and rejoin the Yankees. This past Sunday, the right fielder who has been out with a...
Colin Powell endorses Biden, praises his character in DNC video
Former GOP Secretary of State Colin Powell endorsed Joe Biden's presidential bid on Tuesday, joining an increasing number of Republicans who are supporting the Democratic nominee. In his video endorsement,...
DNC night two features Jill Biden, Bill Clinton and a 60-second AOC
Democratic elders and the progressives from the party's left flank will gather on Tuesday evening for night two of the virtual Democratic National Convention.
Mike Miller's time on Knicks coaching staff likely done
Former Knicks interim coach Mike Miller is unlikely to return to the Knicks as he explores other coaching opportunities, according to a source. Miller is under contract for next season,...
Chris Russo slams baseball star over grand slam saga
Chris Russo took his own swing at Fernando Tatis Jr., shaming the San Diego Padres superstar for his controversial grand slam Monday night while comparing the star shortstop to an...
SUV-size asteroid just flew by Earth closer than any known space rock
An asteroid the size of an SUV flew closer to the Earth than any other space rock on record Sunday morning — but luckily did not make impact with the...
How Team Trump is combatting Iran's militant anti-Semitism
Even as the pandemic has taken a major toll on Iran, Tehran refuses to let up on its virulent hatred of Jews and targeting of Israel. Which is why the...
Sorry, Mayor de Blasio: NYC desperately needs its billionaires
Who wants to be a New York City billionaire? Contrary to what the mayor thinks, Gotham needs its superrich. Last week, The New York Times asked: Which political leader, in...
Ending colleges' outrageous racial discrimination: The 2020 choice is clear
The outcome of November’s election will likely determine the role of racial preferences in college admissions. Voters have a clear choice. The Trump administration wants an applicant’s grades and achievements...
Jarrett Allen will be Nets' key to a Caris LeVert breakout
If Caris LeVert is going to keep having the ball trapped and doubled out of his hands, the Nets will need Jarrett Allen to come help his point guard. He...
Andrew Cuomo's new ode to himself
Spending most of his long speech on the Democratic convention’s opening night to promote his supposedly awesome leadership through New York’s coronavirus crisis isn’t enough for Gov. Cuomo: He’s writing...
Bill de Blasio's 'forgetful' deal with the Democratic Convention
Mayor Bill de Blasio may have a future as a standup comic, or at least as a straight man: He actually claimed Monday he was just so focused on leading...
AOC's ignorant, despicable slap at police unions
Reacting to news that the city Police Benevolent Association endorsed President Trump, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez actually asked why the PBA is allowed to endorse anyone. Is the Democratic Socialist really...
What Nets are looking to fix after Game 1 dud
As great Brooklynite Mike Tyson once said, “Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” The Nets are hoping the way they got blitzed in Monday’s playoff...
Breonna Taylor billboard vandalized with red paint in Kentucky
The billboard is one of 26 erected in Taylor's hometown of Louisville by Oprah Winfrey's magazine to call for justice in her death.
Adam Gase holds light walk-through as Jets' injuries mount
The Jets have so many injuries already that coach Adam Gase decided to give the team a rest Tuesday. Instead of a full-blown practice, the Jets just had a light...
John McCain's widow Cindy lauds his friendship with Joe Biden in DNC video
A preview clip released on the Democratic National Convention's YouTube channel pays tribute to the unusually close bond the pair shared despite working on opposite sides of the aisle in...
US Open bubble filling with players and optimism
There’s already been one COVID-19 positive from a staffer and a handful of top players have pulled out, but the U.S. Open bubble is forming and optimism is growing. Ninety...
NHL Hall of Famer dies of cancer at age 57
Dale Hawerchuk, a hockey phenom who became the face of the Winnipeg Jets en route to the Hall of Fame, has died at the age of 57 after a battle...
Artists beat Writers in fundraising showdown
The East Hampton Artists & Writers Charity Softball Game was canceled back in July, but a fundraising battle that was held in its place to help fund hard-pressed East End...
Notre Dame moves classes online after COVID-19 case spike linked to parties
The University of Notre Dame announced Tuesday that it will temporarily moving classes online just one week into the fall semester -- following a spike in coronavirus cases linked to...
State lawmakers blast NYC DSA endorsement survey for City Council members
ALBANY -- Top Assembly Democrats joined the condemnation of New York City's Democratic Socialist political chapter, which provoked a firestorm with its demand that City Council candidates boycott any travel...
FBI gave Steele dossier 'unjustified credence,' Senate Intel Committee says
The FBI bungled its response to Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election by giving “unjustified credence” to a controversial dossier of unverified allegations against President Trump, the Senate Intelligence...
'Growing Belushi' goes inside Jim Belushi's cannabis empire
Jim Belushi is eager for you to see how his career has gone to pot.
Dexter Lawrence's transformation can help with Giants disappearance
Amid a locker room full of imposing physical presences, Dexter Lawrence is huge in a humongous teddy bear sort of way. He is quick to smile and does not raise...
Pandemic pool rentals are booming as owners swim in cash
This summer, tri-state area pool owners are raking in thousands of dollars by renting out their backyard cabanas to strangers.
Multi-state bank scam sparks Staten Island manhunt
NYPD swarmed Staten Island Tuesday afternoon to track down two ATM scammers believed to be part of a multi-state fraud operation at Santander banks, The Post has learned. A large...
Annual Weedstock music fest to draw thousands to OK amid COVID-19
This is one gathering that hasn't gone up in smoke. The annual Weedstock music festival is set to go on in Oklahoma despite an ongoing coronavirus outbreak and pushback from...
The politics of hydroxychloroquine and other commentary
Medical mischief: The Politics of a COVID Drug For many who “held out hope that science remained an exception” to the idea that “every domain of life is political,” laments...
Jets search for 'magic number' for their monstrous draft pick
Mekhi Becton has heard it his whole life — he is big, like really big. There was a time when the Jets’ first-round pick did not embrace his size. “I...
Hillary Clinton spox rips Comey for sporting 'Elect More Women' T-shirt
Former FBI Director James Comey got a fiery response from Hillary Clinton's spokesperson after sporting a T-shirt calling for more women to be elected into office. On Tuesday, Comey took to...
MLB star's grand slam controversy leads to two suspensions
The Fernando Tatis Jr. grand slam debacle continues. Texas Rangers pitcher Ian Gibaut has been suspended three games for his actions in the eighth inning of Monday night’s game against...
Baltimore Republican shows 'reality for black people' in viral ad
A black Republican candidate looking to fill the Baltimore congressional seat left vacant by the death of Rep. Elijah Cummings is taking on Democrats — both local and nationwide —...
NYPD releases body cam videos from East Village shooting outside bodega
The NYPD released two short body cameras recordings from the Lower Manhattan police shooting where an unstable man threatened a bodega worker and cops with a knife. The encounter unfolded...
DNC chairman says caucuses should end after 2020 Iowa debacle
Democratic National Committee Chairman Tom Perez called for Democrats to abandon presidential caucuses in future elections. Speaking to the Associated Press, the DNC chairman said, "I think by 2024 we...
China official hits back at US 'bullying' of Huawei
China is hitting back at the growing crackdown on smartphone maker Huawei, calling the US the "empire of hackers." In a statement following the US' new restrictions on the smartphone...
Why these soccer radicals played a game completely naked
In an act of protest against the commercialization of their sport, two amateur German soccer teams played a game on Sunday completely naked. The protest’s organizer, artist Gerrit Starczewski, said...
Four people shot in Queens, police say
Four people were shot in a drive-by in Queens Tuesday evening — leaving one in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the head, police and sources said. Gunshots rang...
'Lottery lawyer' scammed millions from winners in mob-connected scheme: feds
A Long Island attorney who bills himself as the "lottery lawyer" ran a mobbed-up scheme to bilk jackpot winners out of more than $100 million in prize money, Brooklyn federal...
Bill Clinton to rip Trump for bringing 'chaos' to Oval Office in DNC speech
Bill Clinton will issue a rare and searing rebuke of the sitting president in his Democratic National Convention speech on Tuesday evening, accusing Donald Trump of bringing chaos to the...
Second Jam Master Jay suspect pleads not guilty at arraignment
The second suspect arrested in the 2002 killing of hip hop legend Jam Master Jay was ordered held in federal custody Tuesday, as prosecutors argued he was responsible for the...
Portland police name alleged attacker in vicious truck driver beating
A 25-year-old man was identified Tuesday as a suspect in the vicious beating of a pickup truck driver in Portland over the weekend. Police allege Marquise Love assaulted the victim...
NBA announcer suspended after 'mistyped' N-word tweet
The Charlotte Hornets indefinitely suspended a radio announcer who claimed he accidentally used a racial slur on social media. John Focke said his use of the N-word was an unfortunate...
Chicago looters were college students, convicted felons, unemployed parents
A group of looters busted for ransacking high-end stores in Chicago were mostly college students, unemployed parents and convicted felons, according to a report. The night of mayhem came around...
Journalists and photographers sound off about their clashes with NYPD
Journalists and photographers griped at a public hearing on Tuesday that the New York Police Department has harassed them and blocked them from doing their jobs amid the pandemic and...
NYC will be overrun by rats if de Blasio doesn't curb trash: pols
City streets could soon become the backdrop for a live action "Ratatouille" if officials don't come up with creative solutions to the growing trash and rodent problem caused by coronavirus-induced...
Here's your essential feminist reading list from the New York Public Library
Read all about it. Women got the right to vote 100 years ago.
Giannis, Bucks get off to horrendous start in NBA playoffs
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Nikola Vucevic scored a playoff career-high 35 points and had 14 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic stunned the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks 122-110 on Tuesday in...
Republicans less likely to spay or neuter their dogs, data shows
Looks like we're headed into a ruff election year.
Victims call Golden State Killer ‘sick monster,’ ‘subhuman’
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Victim after victim lined up on Tuesday to describe Joseph DeAngelo as a “sick monster,” “horrible man” and “subhuman” who stole their innocence and changed their lives...
Steven Mnuchin's 740 Park co-op returns with massive discount
Even the US Treasury Secretary isn't immune to the city's falling real estate prices.
Man who killed Michael Jordan's dad approved for parole
One of the two men who killed Michael Jordan's father nearly 30 years ago was granted parole on Tuesday. Larry Demery — who was sentenced to life in prison in...
Mets lose surprise star pitcher to IL in devastating blow
The Mets’ already precarious starting rotation took another hit on Tuesday. In other words, just another day ending in the letter “y.” Less than three hours before first pitch, scheduled...
NYPD creates Asian Hate Crime Task Force in wake of COVID-19 incidents
The NYPD has created a first-ever Asian Hate Crimes Task Force in the wake of a string of incidents during the COVID-19 pandemic that targeted Asians, officials announced Tuesday. "During...
First night of 2020 DNC tanks in TV ratings compared to 2016 convention
The first night of the virtual 2020 Democratic National Convention was largely a snoozefest and that was reflected in its dismal TV ratings, which tanked compared to the opening festivities...
Joe Flacco showing Jets value even while injured
Highlights from Jets practice on Tuesday: Masked men The Jets only held a light walkthrough practice on Tuesday, so there were not a lot of highlights. One thing that stood...
Jam Master Jay's kin, Run-DMC's McDaniels react to busts of slay suspects
Jam Master Jay’s family says it has “mixed emotions’’ about the arrest of the Queens hip-hop pioneer’s alleged killers — while former Run-DMC member Darryl McDaniels added that the news...
Indiana woman admits to abusing baby with lighter, treadmill, cops say
An Indiana woman admitted burning her friend’s infant daughter with a lighter and holding the child’s face against a treadmill while it was on, police said. Amber Nicole Vannatter, 20,...
VMAs 2020: Ariana Grande to perform with Lady Gaga
Of course, the pair will perform “Rain on Me.”
Knicks' surprise coaching hire comes with Donovan Mitchell intrigue
Tom Thibodeau’s Knicks coaching staff continues to have an offbeat feel as the Knicks will add Utah Jazz assistant Johnnie Bryant as an associate coach, a source confirmed. According to...
Millennials, Gen Zers won't date someone who doesn’t recycle: survey
When it comes to dating 20-somethings, there are few bigger turnoffs than putting refuse in the wrong receptacle.
Astros star's fiancée sends in video for SI Swimsuit dream
Could Reagan Howard soon be gracing the pages of Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit edition? On Monday, the fiancée of Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman posted a submission video to Instagram...
Revel riders must now take helmet selfie after NYC fatalities
Embattled scooter-sharing company Revel has a new plan to keep people safe on its mopeds -- making riders take a selfie to prove they’re wearing a helmet. The requirement --...
Cannibal killer who bragged about eating victim's penis dies
A notorious Australian murderer who boasted to fellow inmates that he ate his victim's penis has died from cancer, a court heard Tuesday. David Kevin Loader, 59, was serving a...
Advocates plan birthday gift for the 19th Amendment: The ERA
It was a huge step forward for American women when, exactly 100 years ago, they finally gained the guaranteed right to vote with ratification of the 19th Amendment. But to...
Trump blames Democrats, Biden, AOC for rolling blackouts in California
President Trump criticized Democrats' energy policies Tuesday and blamed them for power shortages and historic rolling blackouts in the state of California sparked by an intense heatwave. The president said...
The Celtics' NBA title hopes just took a serious hit
Boston Celtics star Gordon Hayward suffered a Grade 3 sprain of his right ankle in Monday’s Game 1 win over the Philadelphia 76ers and is expected to be out for...
Belarus president remains defiant as strikes continue to grow
MINSK, Belarus — More workers in Belarus joined a widening strike Tuesday as they press for the resignation of authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has extended his 26-year rule in...
First male murder hornet trapped in Washington state
They're not buzzing off! Washington state has trapped a live male murder hornet -- the first ever detected in the nation, officials said. The invasive insect was captured in a...
Zoom boom boom: Couple caught having sex during conference call
A group of Rio de Janeiro leaders got an X-rated sideshow during a Zoom meeting about school meals -- when one of the participants forgot to turn off his camera...
Alice Johnson, freed by Trump on Kim Kardashian's advice, will speak at RNC
Alice Johnson, the grandmother freed from prison by President Trump at Kim Kardashian's urging, will speak next week at the Republican National Convention. “I’ll be there talking about criminal justice...
Thai kids adopt 'Hunger Games' salute to protest government
Scores of high school students in Thailand took part Tuesday in anti-government protests sweeping the country — by giving a three-fingered “Hunger Games’’ salute during the national anthem at morning...
South Korea bolsters social distancing restrictions amid coronavirus case increase
South Korea bolstered its social distancing restrictions Tuesday as the country confirmed a three-digit increase in COVID-19 cases for the fifth consecutive day. On Monday evening, the Korea Centers for...
Netanyahu makes first appearance on UAE TV after historic peace deal
Israel and the United Arab Emirates are making visible gestures of cooperation following President Trump's announcement of a historic peace agreement between the two countries that would pave the way...
The unusual way coronavirus may spread in bathrooms
Flushing a urinal causes an "alarming upward flow" of coronavirus-laden particles, a new study has found -- prompting health experts to recommend wearing face coverings in public bathrooms. Researchers in...
Greenland ice sheet has reached 'point of no return'
The Greenland ice sheet has reached a "point of no return" and will continue to shrink even if global temperatures stopped rising today, according to a new study. The research,...
Elephant-shrew species lost to science for more than 50 years rediscovered
A tiny elephant-shrew species that had been lost to science for more than half a century has reappeared in the Horn of Africa, new research reveals. The Somali sengi, a...
Trump rejects proposal to cut military health services by $2.2B
President Trump has rejected a Pentagon proposal to cut military health services by $2.2 billion, he announced on Twitter. "A proposal by Pentagon officials to slash Military Healthcare by $2.2...
LI residents rally against plan to turn old hotel into homeless family shelter
More than 100 residents of a Long Island town rallied Tuesday to protest a plan to turn an old hotel into a temporary shelter for homeless families. Nassau County previously...
Influencer's tiny 'Sex and the City' apartment fits 154 pairs of shoes
Social-media influencer Allie Provost has racked up 3 million views for a TikTok tour of her Upper East Side apartment, set to the "Sex and the City" theme — prompting followers...
Milk chocolate can be made healthier by adding peanut skins, coffee grounds
Chocoholics rejoice — researchers are working to make the sweet treat more "healthful." The American Chemical Society (ACS) is preparing to present the results of a study that suggests milk...
Kevin Hart on defending Ellen DeGeneres and Nick Cannon: 'I know who they are'
He also weighs in on "cancel culture."
Hong Kong leader admits to credit card troubles after US sanctions
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam admitted she's having problems using her credit cards after the Trump administration slapped sanctions on her and 10 other senior city officials after China imposed...
Ben Cross, ‘Chariots of Fire' and ‘Star Trek’ actor, dead at 72
The veteran stage and screen star passed away Tuesday morning in Vienna.
This is how parents feel about at-home learning and schools reopening
Two-thirds of parents are worried their child will be below grade level in the fall — as a result of the classroom time lost due to COVID-19, according to new...
'Blue lives ain't s--t': Politician sorry for ‘inflammatory rhetoric’
A Minnesota state house candidate declared "Blue lives ain't s--t" outside the home of a police union chief in an expletive-laden speech within earshot of children, video shows. John Thompson,...
1 in 10 NYC school principals might not be on campus this year, DOE says
Nearly one in 10 city principals are likely to work remotely next year, The Post has learned. A total of 157 city school leaders -- or 9 percent -- have...
NYCHA faces another wrongful death suit for Harlem fire that killed 6
The city’s housing authority is facing another wrongful death suit for the fatal fire that killed a mother and her four kids in a Harlem apartment last year, new court...
The solution to the Cam Newton fantasy football dilemma
Few quarterbacks conjure as much divisiveness as Cam Newton. From his erratic accuracy to his recent bouts with various injuries to his showboating to his ridiculous postgame outfits, detractors have...
NASA passes 'big milestone' on way to Mars
NASA surpassed a "big milestone" on its latest mission to Mars, as the space agency was successfully able to power up the helicopter attached to the Perseverance rover, known as...
Barry Trotz preaching focus as Islanders go for Capitals sweep
The Islanders are face-to-face with their second opportunity to sweep a team this postseason. And after whiffing on their first chance during the best-of-five play-in series against the Florida Panthers...
Cubs great apologizes for calling ex-wife a 'dingbat'
Cubs legend Mark Grace is in hot water over offensive comments made on-air on Saturday in which he repeatedly referred to his ex-wife as "the dingbat." The unfiltered 56-year-old was...
Age-defying lifestyle author is decades older than he looks
A 53-year-old lifestyle author and influencer from the Netherlands has built a following of thousands thanks to his youthful looks. Edson Brandao, who published his book “YOUNG AFTER 40: The...
LeBron James opens up about time he saved Carmelo Anthony from drowning
LeBron James isn’t just a basketball superstar. He’s a real-life hero, too. Carmelo Anthony revealed in March on a podcast with Dwayne Wade and Wade’s wife, actress Gabrielle Union, that...
Study links COVID-19 to rise in childhood type 1 diabetes
LONDON - Cases of type 1 diabetes among children in a small UK study almost doubled during the peak of Britain’s COVID-19 epidemic, suggesting a possible link between the two...
This is where some confiscated North Korean pet dogs end up
North Koreans upset about dictator Kim Jong Un ordering pet dogs to be confiscated in the capital can still see some of the pooches — in zoos. The country has...
Startling video shows woman pummeling hotel worker in wild brawl
The incident, which was caught on video, shows an employee at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Galleria beating a woman Monday afternoon.
Catholic schools in Brooklyn, Queens will have full-time classrooms
While the city’s public schools are still fumbling with a planned mix of in-person and remote learning, most of the 66 Catholic schools in Brooklyn and Queens will start the...
USPS vows it won't make changes until after 2020 election
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy on Tuesday pledged not to make any changes to equipment or overtime at the US Postal Service until after the election.
Paige Spiranac reveals the DMs that grab her attention 'a lot'
It seems there's a strategy behind the art of sliding into someone's DMs. On Monday, Paige Spiranac offered tips when it comes to digital messaging during a discussion on Brooks...
New photos show Bill Clinton getting massage from Epstein accuser
"Would you mind giving it a crack?" Chauntae Davies recalled Clinton asking, according to The Daily Mail, which published the pictures.
With parks a mess and trash piling up, NYC first lady's $2M staff still 'Thriving'
There's no money for regular trash pickups or to maintain city parks, but Mayor Bill de Blasio's wife enjoys a 14-member staff — including a $70,000 videographer that captured her...
Kanye West qualifies to appear on 2020 Utah ballot
Rapper-turned-presidential candidate Kanye West has qualified to appear on the 2020 Utah ballot in November, the state elections office confirmed. State elections director Justin Lee said Monday his office had...
Don't look down! Daredevil's heart-stopping leap of faith belongs in an action movie
When it comes to jaw-dropping stunts, does this guy have Tom Cruise beat? Watch as this 18-year-old from Kiev, Ukraine, carefully stands on top of a moving train before jumping...
WHO says coronavirus pandemic is now driven by younger adults
MANILA - The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday it was concerned that the novel coronavirus spread was being driven by people in their 20s, 30s and 40s, many...
No more free rides: MTA brings back front-door bus boarding
The MTA missed out on $159 million in bus fares and MTA finance gurus say the agency is losing $250 million per week due to pandemic-depleted ridership.
Small business owners reveal the changes they've made during the COVID-19 pandemic
Forty-four percent of small business owners think it’s likely that changes they’ve made to their businesses due to COVID-19 will be permanent, according to new research. Pivots like remote work,...
Matt Harvey is back in the major leagues
The Dark Knight is descending on Kansas City. Former Mets ace Matt Harvey’s latest attempt to resurrect his once-promising MLB career received a jolt Tuesday when he was called up...
Are coronavirus rapid tests really accurate? Experts weigh in
"Some studies have shown that rapid tests miss low levels of virus."
Floridians voting by mail in huge numbers compared to 2016
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Catharine Skipp voted by mail for the first time ahead of Florida’s primary on Tuesday because she has largely confined herself to home during the coronavirus pandemic....
China may use COVID-19 vaccine access to ease political tensions
China is dangling early access to a coronavirus vaccine it hopes to develop to select countries as Beijing tries to shore up strategic relationships strained by the pandemic, according to...
Ron Meyer leaving NBCUniversal after admitting to settlement over affair
NBCUniversal ousted vice chairman Ron Meyer on Tuesday after he admitted to settling a lawsuit with a woman with whom he'd had a brief "consensual affair." In a statement, Meyer...
Baseball's unwritten rules getting crushed after Fernando Tatis backlash
The backlash to the backlash has arrived. Padres star shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. caused quite the stir when he drilled a 3-0 pitch from Rangers pitcher Juan Nicasio for a...
Indigenous protesters block highway in Brazil to demand COVID-19 protection
NOVO PROGRESSO, Brazil — Dozens of Indigenous people, many daubed in black paint representing their grief and fighting spirit, blocked a major highway in Brazil’s Amazon on Monday to pressure...
Dermot Shea: Gun busts were 'shot in the arm' in fight to curb shootings
Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn who charged 10 ex-cons with gun possession last week gave law enforcement a "shot in the arm" in the fight to curtail shootings in the city,...
New Girl Scout cookie flavor announced for 2021 season
A breakfast cookie is coming soon.
2-year-old skateboarder nicknamed 'Tiny Hawk' has crazy skills
Though most toddlers are still wobbly walkers, Brody Dylangr started skating at 21 months old.
Walgreens coding error causes underreporting of 59,000 COVID-19 tests
A Walgreens pharmacy coding error has led to 59,000 coronavirus test results not being reported to health officials across Texas, according to reports. The Department of State Health Services told...
Postal workers concerned about delivering ballots on time
The US Postal Service is poised to play a central role in this year’s presidential elections, but some staffers are worried about the agency’s ability to deliver. Controversial changes from...
Elon Musk is now the fourth-richest person in the world
Elon Musk on Tuesday became the fourth-richest man on earth after a surge in Tesla shares helped him leapfrog French luxury titan Bernard Arnault. The eccentric tech tycoon -- who...
Early edge in the up-and-down battle to replace Tom Brady
Could Jarrett Stidham lose the New England Patriots quarterback competition before Cam Newton wins it? While it is widely expected that Newton will be named the Patriots’ starter for Week...
School barred black boys over dreadlock hairstyles, parents say
An Ohio boy and his little brother were denied enrollment at a private school because of their dreadlock hairdos, their parents claim. Christina and Nate Johnson, of Colerain Township, said...
Newspaper giant McClatchy gets reprieve on pensions due to COVID-19
Newspaper giant McClatchy, which is operating under Chapter 11 bankruptcy, has been able to put off contributions to its pension fund until January 2021 thanks to the CARES Act. The...
Reebok takes an extra 60 percent off CrossFit apparel for summer sale
Reebok is taking an extra 60% off CrossFit for its latest daily deal. And with the code APPAREL60, you can stock up on the trendy activewear for amazing prices. Whether...
Trump blasts ex-DHS staffer who endorsed Joe Biden
President Trump on Tuesday distanced himself from a former member of his administration who endorsed Joe Biden for president, calling him "disgruntled" and a "stiff." "Many thousands of people work...
Penn State football players charged after cops find pot, LSD in apartment
Three Penn State football players were arrested after LSD and marijuana was found in their on-campus apartment, university police said. Sophomore running back Devyn Ford and redshirt offensive linemen Sal...
Your smartphone knows when you're drunk: study says
Your iPhone can't exactly cut you off, but it could soon warn you about being over-served.
Surf and twerk: 'Influencers' stun families by taping shameless beach antics
'Grammers gone wild! Social-media clout-seekers put on a scandalous show in Belmar, New Jersey.
Roger Stone drops appeal of felony charges
President Trump's former adviser Roger Stone on Monday dropped an appeal of his conviction for witness tampering, perjury and obstruction. Trump commuted Stone's more than three-year prison sentence last month,...
Score the No. 1 Amazon best seller in insect bite treatments for this low price
Ah, summer: the season of outdoor BBQs, days in the sand, and itchy bug bites. If you are someone who is prone to attracting pesky mosquitoes, then you likely already...
UNC students rip school for creating COVID 'clusterf--k'
The University of North Carolina’s student newspaper is accusing the school of creating a coronavirus “clusterf--k’’ by pushing to return kids to campus — only to have to reverse course...
Ditch your razor for this laser hair removal device that’s over 50 percent off
In recent years, laser hair removal has become increasingly popular as an alternative to traditional waxing and shavings methods—and for good reason. What is laser hair removal? When it comes...
Angels vs. Giants prediction: Dylan Bundy will dominate
Unsealed court documents in the Ghislaine Maxwell case have renewed Stitches’ appreciation for how busy President Bill Clinton was. Legendary. At least 19 sharks have been spotted in the waters...
Covington teen, South Dakota gov to speak at RNC as roster takes shape
The Republican National Convention speaker roster is taking shape, with multiple high-profile appearances being announced in the week leading up to the event. Former Covington Catholic High School student Nick...
US approves oil, gas leasing plan for Alaska wildlife refuge
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — The Trump administration gave final approval Monday for a contentious oil and gas leasing plan on the coastal plain of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, where critics...
Maxwell under constant surveillance by prison psychologists: lawyer
Ghislaine Maxwell has been under constant surveillance by prison psychologists who are evaluating her for hours on end without her consent, her attorney claimed in a letter filed in her...
'Tenet' will have early access US screenings starting Aug. 31
Warner Bros. is offering early access screenings on Aug. 31, Sept. 1 and Sept. 2.
Uber says it can still deliver food in California following ruling
Uber said this week it will continue to deliver meals in California even if its ride-hail business is forced to shut down at the end of the week. A spokesperson...
Ex-Giant's Tom Brady crush is an insult to Eli Manning
Two years in Tampa Bay apparently caused Jason Pierre-Paul to forget how his Super Bowl ring was won. Pierre-Paul’s reaction to Tom Brady joining him with the Buccaneers this offseason...
Russia races to develop world's first COVID-19 vaccine for cats
Russia is hoping for another coronavirus scoop by developing the world's first vaccine for felines — as President Vladimir Putin's recent announcement about one for humans was met with widespread...
NYPD urges caution after rash of burglaries in upscale neighborhood
The Upper East Side has seen four apartment burglaries within a seven-block radius over the past few weeks — three of them while the inhabitants were away on vacation —...
Study finds pieces of plastic in every sample of popular seafood
A recent Australian study found plastic in all samples of popularly consumed seafood. The study recently published in Environmental Science & Technology discussed how small pieces of plastic contribute to...
Trump fires back at Cuomo and Kasich for DNC attacks
Cuomo, who decried the Trump administration as “dysfunctional and incompetent,” was slammed by the president in a tweet Tuesday morning and two Monday evening.
Senate Intelligence Committee suggests Manafort associate was a Russian agent
A longtime associate of President Trump's 2016 campaign chairman may have been involved in the release of Democratic emails during the 2016 presidential campaign, according to a Senate Intelligence Committee...
Amazon bringing thousands of jobs to NYC in historic building
Amazon said it plans to house more than 2,000 employees at Manhattan's historic Lord & Taylor building under a nationwide expansion of its corporate offices. The Seattle-based e-tailing giant said...
Man beaten unconscious by BLM mob was trying to stop mugging, witness claims
The man who was viciously beaten by Black Lives Matter protesters in Portland had been trying to intervene in a mugging before he was kicked unconscious, according to a witness....
Champagne makers announce harvest limits as COVID-19 flattens the fizz
Record amounts of grapes may need to be destroyed or sold to distilleries at discounted prices.
‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’ returning to studio Sept. 8
He's heading back to 30 Rock sooner than expected.
Namibia warns against using elephant dung as coronavirus cure
WINDHOEK - The Namibian government is warning its citizens not to trust claims on social media that elephant dung can cure COVID-19, as coronavirus infections rise more rapidly. Ministry of...
Judge stops Idaho from enacting ban on transgender athletes
BOISE, Idaho — A federal judge on Monday issued a temporary injunction to stop Idaho from enacting a law banning transgender girls and women from participating in women’s sports while...
One state's teachers are resigning in droves over COVID-19 fears
Utah teachers are resigning in droves -- or retiring early -- as some districts plan to return to in-person classes amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to new reports. In Salt...
The favorites you can't 'trust' in the NBA playoffs
LAS VEGAS — With games tipping off in the morning, afternoon and evening, August Madness has arrived. Adam Silver’s bubble vision for the NBA is a big hit with bettors...
Red Sox catcher somehow mocking Yankees after pitiful sweep
Just when the rivalry between the Yankees and Boston Red Sox seemed dead, Christian Vazquez fed the beast some trash talk. The first-place Yankees finished off a four-game sweep of...
LA schools to test nearly 700,000 students, staff for COVID-19
The Los Angeles Unified School District announced Sunday plans for a widespread program that will test hundreds of thousands of students and teachers for COVID-19 as the school year formally...
Dug-up prehistoric puppy had a most unusual final meal
Hungry like the wolf. This dog could say he's so hungry he could eat a rhino and not be accused of hyperbole. An autopsy of a prehistoric puppy revealed that...
Emmys 2020: Tyler Perry to receive Governors Award
The 72nd Emmy Awards will air Sept. 20 on ABC.
New Rangers ballpark among reasons to take Under
While the heat of Texas can cause balls to soar when exposed, the new Globe Life Park in Arlington has a retractable roof, and that has led to less offense...
Juice Press launches 99-cent sale on organic blueberries and avocados
If organic blueberries and avocados are a staple in your weekly meal plan, then JP Organic Market has a very healthy deal for you. The New York City-founded brand is...
De Blasio to out-of-state travelers: Welcome to NY, please sign here
Hotels and short-term rentals in New York City are now required to make out-of-state guests fill out a traveler form before giving them access to their rooms, to ensure that...
Canadian football season canceled after $150 million 'regret'
The Canadian Football League canceled its 2020 season Monday after it was unable to secure financial assistance amid the coronavirus pandemic. It’ll be the first time since 1919 that the...
Epic Games asks judge to stop Apple from retaliating after App Store ban
Epic Games is asking a judge to prevent Apple from retaliating against it as it resists the iPhone maker's policy of taking a 30 percent cut of all in-app purchases....
Everyone is trying to buy Michelle Obama's necklace
The jewelry designer behind Michelle Obama's "VOTE" necklace at the 2020 Democratic National Convention says the brand has been inundated with offers thanks to the primetime moment. Chari Cuthbert, who...
American CEOs got a 14 percent pay raise last year, study finds
The chief executives at the top 350 US companies by sales raked in an average of $21.3 million last year, up from about $18.7 million in 2018
Nukes of hazard: North Korea reportedly has massive weapons stockpile
North Korea is believed to have between 20 and 60 nuclear bombs — as well as a 2,500- to 5,000-ton stockpile of 20 types of chemical weapons, the world’s third-largest,...
'Dancing With the Stars' 2020 pros cast, premiere date set for Season 29
The reveal includes the first black female pro and guidelines for keeping the cast safe during COVID-19.
'Witch' charged with missing Georgia mom Leila Cavett's kidnapping
A self-professed witch has been charged with kidnapping in the case of missing Georgia mom Leila Cavett, nearly a month after she disappeared in Florida and her son was found...
Privacy pleas? See-through restrooms may become a thing
They're trans-loocent.
Same-sex influencer couple launches 'donor sperm giveaway' on Instagram
"Do they care what I do with it or"
Walmart's online sales soar as shoppers splurge with stimulus checks
Walmart said its online sales nearly doubled as locked-down consumers armed with stimulus checks stocked up on everything from milk to clothing during the pandemic. The world's biggest retailer's online...
19th Amendment centennial: 100 years ago women gained the vote
After decades of women's suffragettes fighting and organizing, the 19th amendment of the United States was ratified on August 18, 1920, guaranteeing American women the right to vote.
New Jersey priest charged with groping woman in church rectory
A New Jersey priest has been charged with groping a woman inside a church rectory, prosecutors said. The Rev. Donato Cabardo, a 56-year-old priest at St. Paul of the Cross...
S&P 500 hits all-time high despite COVID-19 devastation
Pandemic? What pandemic? The S&P 500 hit a fresh all-time high Tuesday as the US stock market continued its dizzying rally despite the coronavirus and the economic crisis it has...
Trump to pardon Susan B. Anthony over 1872 voting arrest
Trump says he’ll pardon Susan B. Anthony, arrested for voting in 1872 in violation of laws permitting only men to vote.
Pest-seller: Cuomo wants you to read his book on pandemic leadership
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has a new book coming out -- and it’s all about himself. The three-term Democrat’s latest tome, “American Crisis,” promises to give readers a behind-the-scenes look into...
Kendall Jenner, NBA star not doing much to hide rumored relationship
Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker aren't doing much to keep their rumored romance under wraps.
Texas pastor at DNC says Jesus would tell America it could 'go to hell'
The Rev. Freddie Haynes, speaking at a Black Caucus Faith Event at the DNC, encouraged Democrats with a "backbone" to recognize the teachings of Jesus Christ.
The Rooftop at Pier 17 is new hot spot at South Street Seaport
With the threat of the coronavirus still wafting through the summer air, restaurants located on New York-area waterfronts are having a velvet-rope moment. The Rooftop at Pier 17 — part...
COVID-19 is third leading cause of death in the US
COVID-19 is now the third-leading cause of death in the US, killing more Americans than Alzheimer's disease, accidents and diabetes. Coronavirus-related deaths trailed only those from heart disease and cancer,...
'Pitch Perfect' cast reunites with virtual Beyoncé cover for charity
The stars of "Pitch Perfect" reunited Monday to raise funds for relief efforts around the globe. Anna Kendrick, 35, the newly svelte Rebel Wilson, 40, and Hailee Steinfeld, 23 —...
Hall of Famer's ominous Joe Judge warning: 'This isn't going to end well'
The Joe Judge Era is just beginning, but one Hall of Famer is predicting an ugly ending. Judge’s first Giants padded practice included players and assistant coaches running laps as...
YouTuber invents mask-shooting gun to target Covidiots
An enterprising YouTuber decided to target covidiots by getting in their face – literally. "An American problem demands American solutions!" said Allen Pun, who runs the channel “Sufficiently Advanced,” which...
Kamala Harris picks her Secret Service code name
Presumptive vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris has chosen "Pioneer" as her Secret Service code name, according to a report. Harris chose the moniker, reported by CNN, shortly after being placed...
Rising MLB star angers own manager with first grand slam
ARLINGTON, Texas — Fernando Tatis Jr.'s first grand slam gave the 21-year-old the major league lead in home runs over Mike Trout and a career-high seven RBIs. Jayce Tingler was...
Man killed in Brooklyn drive-by shooting, two others shot overnight
Derrick Garner, 41, was standing on Bainbridge Street near Lewis Avenue in Stuyvesant Heights just after 10:30 p.m. Monday when someone fired shots from a passing car, police said.
California confirms first case of plague in five years
California health officials have confirmed the first case of the plague in the state in five years — a South Lake Tahoe resident who may have been bitten by an...
Tavis Smiley ordered to pay PBS $2.6M for sexual misconduct
A jury found that Smiley had breached the morals clause in his contract.
'Super soft' technical ruins Kristaps Porzingis playoff debut
The refs spoiled Kristaps Porzingis' postseason debut and a thrilling NBA playoff game with two dubious calls on Tuesday night. Porzingis was ejected from Game 1 of the Clippers-Mavericks series...
Another company joins Microsoft in the TikTok hunt
Oracle is reportedly looking to purchase TikTok, giving Microsoft more competition for a politically sensitive acquisition of the popular video-sharing app. The software giant led by President Trump-supporting billionaire Larry...
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston are doing 'Fast Times' together
They join previously announced Julia Roberts, Matthew McConaughey, Morgan Freeman, Henry Golding, Shia LaBeouf and Spicoli himself, Sean Penn and Dane Cook.
Pentagon investigating possible drone sighting near Air Force One
The Air Force is probing whether a drone flew close to Air Force One on Sunday evening as President Trump returned to the White House from New Jersey.
Trump rips into Michelle Obama after DNC speech
The commander-in-chief hit back at former First Lady Michelle Obama Tuesday morning following her Monday evening headlining speech -- blaming her husband's administration for the country's current problems.
Tearjerking moment man asks his brother with Down syndrome to be his best man
Someone get the tissues! Will Claussen had a special surprise for his brother Henry Joe, who has Down syndrome. On Aug. 15, Will buried a bottle with a note inside...
The bizarre Billy Porter music video that most DNC viewers missed
The finale of Monday's Democratic National Convention may have been the keynote speech from Michelle Obama -- but the encore was an oddball music performance from "Pose" star Billy Porter...
Trump administration turns up heat on Huawei
The Trump administration intensified its crackdown on Huawei, imposing new restrictions on the Chinese smartphone giant's access to crucial components. The US Commerce Department said Monday it will tighten rules...
Aaron Boone liking Yankees' chances against loathed rival
The Orioles have already hung around longer than most people thought when the 60-game season opened, but when it comes to crunch time in the AL East the Yankees and...
Man throws wife in river during fight over dinner arrangements
A Utah man was arrested Monday for allegedly tossing his wife into a river at a waterside resort in a fit of rage over dinner arrangements, a report said. Douglas...
The story behind Michelle Obama's now-viral necklace
Even Michelle Obama's jewelry at the 2020 Democratic National Convention delivered a stirring message. The former First Lady wore a gold necklace that spelled out "V-O-T-E" during her rousing speech...
Mets shortstop's hitting woes still a big concern
Amed Rosario’s starting job was proclaimed safe last week. Now the Mets have to transform him from an automatic out to a productive hitter. Maybe the first step was taken...
Democrats don't acknowledge what's happening in our cities: Goodwin
Who needs conventions, who needs crowded arenas? Democrats used the magic of technology and clever casting to give their party a passable first night. Forced by the coronavirus to create...
Wow, the Democratic Convention was a bizarre night of television
It’s the most bizarre TV since “Tiger King.” The Democratic National Convention kicked off Monday night with all the glamour and excitement of a Zoom conference. The Home Shopping Network...
Upset-filled soccer tournament changes betting view
On to the semifinals of an upset-filled UEFA Champions League tournament. Paris Saint-Germain meets RB Leipzig on Tuesday and Bayern Munich takes on Lyon on Wednesday, both in Lisbon, Portugal....
The only way Mets can save their season
Many of them know the journey. Now all they must do is carve a radically different route. Think of it like opting for the alternate course on Google Maps. The...
Man charged with murdering Texas cancer researcher on jogging trail
A man was reportedly arrested and charged with murdering a Texas cancer researcher and mother of two as she was out for her daily jog, authorities announced Monday. Bakari Moncrief,...
Here's why Michelle Obama appeared to snub Harris in DNC speech
There was one glaring omission from Michelle Obama's 20-minute Democratic National Convention speech Monday night -- Kamala Harris. That's because the former first lady recorded her rousing speech before Joe...
The rare bright spot in rough Nets loss
There weren’t many individual bright spots for the Nets in their 134-110 playoff-opening loss to Toronto, but Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot was one. The young French wing scored a team-high 26 points...
Yankees are once again Boston's biggest nightmare
This is the way it was — or at least the way it seemed — during the cozy 86 years that connected 1918 and 2004. For years, from New England,...